Antimicrobial Effect of Chlorine Disinfectant on Microorganisms Isolated from Water Tanks in Halls of Residence
Student: Faith Amope Yagboyaju (Project, 2025)
Department of Microbiology
Lens Polytechnic, offa, Kwara State.
Abstract
The study investigates the antimicrobial activity of chlorine disinfectant on microorganisms isolated from water tanks in student residential halls. Water samples were collected, cultured, and tested against various concentrations of chlorine. The results showed that chlorine significantly reduced microbial load, confirming its effectiveness as a disinfectant for stored water. The study recommends proper water tank maintenance and regular chlorination to ensure safe drinking water in student environments.
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- Federal College of Education (Tech), Gusau, (Affl To Abu Zaria), Zamfara State 1
- Federal College of Education, Abeokuta (Aff To University of Ibadan), Ogun State 2
- Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu, Enugu State 1
- Federal College of Education, Kano (Affl To Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria) 1
- Federal College of Education, Kontagora, (Affl To Abu, Zaria), Niger State 2
- Federal College of Education, Okene, (Affl. To University of Ibadan), Kogi State 3
- Federal College of Education, Pankshin, (Affl To Uni of Jos), Plateau State 2
- Federal College of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State (affl To Abu, Zaria) 1
- Federal College of Wildlife Management, New Bussa, Niger State 1
- Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan P.m.b. 5033, Eleyele, Ibadan, Oyo State 3